1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1982 Chevrolet Camaro and 1982 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Kadett.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Kadett. (94 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Kadett |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |